Nawaz Sharif’s party lawmaker Arshad Malik has stirred debate after calling for a major symbolic change to Pakistan’s currency. The PML-N MPA proposed that the Rs5,000 note should carry the portraits of both Muhammad Ali Jinnah and Nawaz Sharif, arguing that it would represent both the country’s founding vision and its modern political development. His statement quickly drew attention across political circles and social media.
According to Arshad Malik, Quaid-e-Azam remains the central figure of Pakistan’s identity, while Nawaz Sharif’s contributions to infrastructure, economic reforms, and national progress deserve recognition on the country’s highest-value banknote. The proposal has sparked mixed reactions, with supporters calling it a tribute to political leadership, while critics view it as controversial and politically motivated.
